72 episodes. Animated series A short-lived animated series was also produced concurrently. It does not share continuity with either the films or live-action series. Reboots In 2009, Joel Silver announced plans to produce a reboot of the Swamp Thing film franchise from a story written by Akiva Goldsman. In April 2010, Vincenzo Natali was confirmed to direct, but in May he decided to delay the Swamp Thing reboot to pursue other projects. In January 2023, a new reboot was announced as part of the DCU by James Gunn. Other appearances Adrienne Barbeau made a guest appearance in the episode "Long Walk Home" of DC Universe's 2019 Swamp Thing series. References External links 1982 fantasy films 1980s monster movies 1980s science fiction comedy films 1980s superhero films 1982 films 1982 horror films American action horror films American monster movies American science fiction comedy films Embassy Pictures films Films based on DC Comics Films based on works by Len Wein Films directed by Wes Craven Films scored by Harry Manfredini Films set in Louisiana Films shot in South Carolina Live-action films based on DC Comics Mad scientist films Superhero horror films Swamp Thing in other media 1982 comedy films 1980s English-language films 1980s American films